Resource and Environmental Economics

Program Introduction

This program primarily focuses on the basic theories and knowledge of resource and environmental economics, providing basic training in related fields. Students are required to master the fundamental theories of economics, management, development economics, and environmental and resource sciences, while also benefiting from the interdisciplinary advantages of economics, management, and environmental and resource technology.

Students will acquire the basic theories and methods of resource and environmental economics analysis, and will be able to apply economic methods and tools for environmental resource management. They will be familiar with key international literature in resource and environmental economics and will understand national policies and regulations on the rational development and utilization of environmental resources and sustainable development.

The program also requires students to have strong communication skills, proficiency in English reading and writing, good physical fitness, and the basic ability to engage in practical work and scientific research in this field.

Training Objectives

The program aims to train high-level, versatile, and innovative engineering technology and management talents with a solid foundation in both the arts and sciences, and strong practical abilities in the field of ecological and environmental governance. 

Students should systematically master relevant theoretical knowledge and advanced technology in environmental engineering, be familiar with cutting-edge theories and policies in environmental economic management, and possess strong abilities to solve practical problems and innovate. 

Graduates will be equipped to work in pollution control, environmental monitoring, environmental management, and related engineering research, design, implementation, and management tasks, all while adhering to professional ethics and standards.

Graduation Requirements

Graduates of this program should have acquired the following knowledge, abilities, and qualities:

(1) Knowledge Requirements

1. A solid grasp of the basic knowledge, theories, and applications of resource and environmental economics, and an understanding of the interaction between resources, the environment, and the economy, as well as the development, evolution, and debates of resource and environmental economic theories.

2. Familiarity with modern economic analysis methods, and the ability to use modern information technology and databases for literature retrieval, data processing, model design, research analysis, and thesis writing.

3. As research and practical work in economics are highly social and comprehensive, students should have a broad knowledge base, including fields such as humanities, management, law, natural sciences, and engineering sciences, depending on the specific professional attributes of the program.

(2) Ability Requirements

1. The ability to logically think about economic phenomena and social issues, and the ability to apply economic knowledge and theories to solve practical resource and environmental problems.

2. The ability to conduct scientific research using creative thinking; the ability to integrate professional theories and knowledge to analyze and solve problems.

3. Strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to think independently and continually accept new knowledge, theories, and technologies.

4. Proficiency in foreign languages, a solid foundation in mathematics, and the ability to use computer technology to process and analyze economic data using statistical software.

5. The ability to apply creative thinking in scientific research and entrepreneurship; strong communication and teamwork abilities.

6. Familiarity with market environments, policy frameworks, and the effects of economic theories, with the ability to think independently about economic issues and clearly express opinions.

(3) Quality Requirements

1. Adaptability to the needs of economic development, with good moral qualities, professional ethics, legal awareness, and social responsibility, as well as a continuous innovative spirit and entrepreneurial awareness.

2. A high level of cultural taste and aesthetic appreciation; good physical fitness and mental health, with the ability to shoulder societal responsibilities.

3. A correct outlook on life, values, and worldview, with a focus on humanistic care, and a complete knowledge structure along with good scientific and humanistic literacy.

Core Courses

1. Political Economics

2. Microeconomics

3. Macroeconomics

4. Econometrics

5. Resource Economics

6. Environmental Economics

7. Environmental Economics and Policy

8. Human Resource Environmental Issues

9. Ecological Economics

10. Population Economics

11. Related Mathematics Courses

Research Directions in the Resource and Environmental Economics Program

The main research directions of the Resource and Environmental Economics program include:

1. Resource Management: Studying strategies for the effective utilization and protection of natural resources.

2. Environmental Policy: Studying the formulation and implementation of environmental protection policies.

3. Ecological Economics: Studying the economic value and management models of ecosystem services.

4. Sustainable Development: Studying the coordination between economic development and environmental protection.

5. Climate Change Economics: Studying the impact of climate change on the economy and response strategies.

Degree Awarded

Upon completing the required coursework, meeting graduation credit requirements, and fulfilling the conditions for obtaining a bachelor's degree, students will be awarded a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics.

Career Development

Resource and Environmental Economics is an emerging interdisciplinary field that blends economic science with natural science, using economic tools to analyze environmental and resource issues. As a relatively theoretical field, the job market in this sector can be competitive, especially with the growing number of students entering this field. The best employment prospects for graduates are in cities like Guangzhou, which ranks 16th among "Economics-related" fields.

Graduates can work in various fields such as comprehensive economic management departments, policy research departments, financial institutions, enterprises, natural resource development and management, environmental protection and governance, energy management, land management, and other government and public administration agencies, as well as economic research institutions and media and publishing units.

Graduates of the Resource and Environmental Economics program typically work in the following positions:

• Bank Teller

• Civil Servant

• Accountant

• Secondary School Teacher

• Auditor

• Sales Representative

Related Majors

• Economics

• Economic Statistics

• National Economic Management

• Business Economics

• Energy Economics

• Labor Economics

• Economic Engineering

• Digital Economy

Rankings of Resource and Environmental Economics Programs

• Renmin University of China

• Peking University

• Shandong University of Finance and Economics

• Shanxi University of Finance and Economics

• Guizhou University of Finance and Economics

• Inner Mongolia University of Finance and Economics

• Hubei University of Economics

• Dali University